"This is the kind of successful annual event which contributes to Auckland's ambition to be the world's most livable city."

Auckland Library, Auckland Art Gallery, Lorne St and Khartoum Place will also be key festival sites and Chinese red lanterns will form part of the central city display on Queen Street.

Headlining the event is an international line-up from China that includes award-winning folk/rock band Omnipotent Youth Society from Hebei, and Beauty and Melody, a classical music ensemble from Sichuan.

Visitors will be able to buy authentic crafts and taste food from more than 100 vendors.